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Par-3 Golf Courses: The Complete Guide (With Real Examples)

July 9, 2026 · Caddie Tap course data team

Some of the lowest-par courses in our GPS database play under par 64 — from municipal pitch-and-putts to polished short courses. Here are measured examples:

ParYardsCourse
573,036Antelope Greens Golf Course
573,205Gem Lake Hills Golf Course
583,135The Evans at Canal Shores
583,597Southwinds Golf Course
583,485Broken Tee Golf Course
593,571Durango Hills Golf Club
593,463Cherry Creek Country Club
603,275Lakes East Golf Course
603,782Desert Willow Golf Course
603,700Angel Park Golf Club
603,138Deep Cliff Golf Course
613,897Steel Canyon Golf Club

Why short golf is having a moment

Every great resort now builds a short course, and the reason is simple: it's the most fun-per-minute in golf. Rounds take 90 minutes, pressure is low, and each hole is one good swing plus a putt. For improvement, nothing beats it — a par-3 round is 18 reps of the scoring game.

Find one nearby in the directory — the par and GPS yardage are listed for every course.

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FAQ

What is a par-3 course?

A course where every hole (or nearly every hole) is a par 3 — typically 9 or 18 holes between 500 and 2,500 total yards. Perfect for beginners, juniors, and short-game work.

Are par-3 courses good for beginners?

The best possible start: shorter holes, faster rounds, lower cost, and every hole ends with the full experience of hitting a green and putting out.

Do good golfers play par-3 courses?

Augusta National holds its Par 3 Contest every Masters week; top resorts now build signature short courses. Wedge golf is real golf.

Data: Caddie Tap GPS course database — distances measured along each hole's playing line, middle-tee geometry.

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